Cupping Therapy: Alternative Medicine for Pain, Immunity & Digestion
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- Relatively unknown to most people living in the West until recently, cupping therapy is an alternative therapeutic method that has been popular in China since around 1000 B.C. Some records show that variations of cupping practices might actually be much older.
Cupping therapy has a host of health benefits that can often outweigh modern medicine techniques.
One of the biggest advantages to trying alternative practices like cupping therapy, acupuncture or massage therapy is that these methods don’t pose the risk for unwanted side effects like pharmacological drugs or surgery do.
In fact, there’s really no downside to trying alternative practices like cupping, since studies show they can help boost immune function and speed up healing time without the use of any medications or even herbs.
Find more information on my website at: draxe.com/cupping-therapy/
*This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe, and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.
I bought a cupping set and used the smaller cups on my wrist and arms and rubbed some vaporub in. Next day no more carpal tunnel syndrome. Im sold.
As a hair stylist doing this to my low back and fore arms as maintenance is so very helpful. Whenever I'm feeling like carpal tunnel is creeping in, I resort to cupping.. this is awesome!
Hi, do u put cups on your wrists? (To prevent carpal tunel)
Prophet Muhammad PBUH used to do this .....!
Yes, It's not Chinese Rasaulullah while israj mikrajj Mailaikat told him about cupping. Sahaba goes to China Ming Dynasty and bring the knowledge to China.
And both are wrong :D
Yes, Prophet Mohammed was suggested to share and cupping Cebrail. I am also using wet cupping form. However, in Chinese and Egypt medicine, people were using it 5000 years ago more. I wrote academic article about this.
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And little girls
As a Massage Therapist, I use it everyday on my clients to relieve pain and soreness before I do compression massage. Helps reduce my workload as eases their pain, it's a win win for both of us. I also use it on myself when I am in pain.
Does cupping help with back pain I strained my back 1 year ago and I still feel pain often?
@@claudiomonreal4822 yes it should help reduce your discomfort
@@sallyhun3024 thanks
How many times per month can it be done?
I had this done today and it was the weirdest sensation I've ever felt!!!! But the knots in my back and shoulders are all gone!
This is a part of prophetic medicine, if I'm not wrong.
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Wet cupping is prophetic medicine
Yes muhammad saw s sunnah
Yes according to islamic medicine, the prophet Muhammad recommended this together with blackseed oil
@Tom Vv define "ancient"
Licensed massage therapists commonly use cupping therapy, me included. I love it because it decompresses the muscle tissue, providing a lot of relief. And of course effectively increases circulation. Most people love the way it feels, some people find it pinchy and painful. Going slow, providing less suction, and more oil/lotion will help with the intensity for those sensitive clients.
I'll try this today insha'Allah I've upperback injury since a month
My husband is struggling so bad with back pain and he’s done cupping a couple times and it will provide temporary relief! Hopefully the more he does it, the more it will provide long term relief! Thanks Dr. Axe!
I tried fire cupping for the first time and it was amazing it made a huge difference after just 1 session! I would definitely do it again. I had mine done by an experienced massage therapist
It's easy and very healthy.
The moving cupping helps breakup fascia adhesion after surgery...like knee replacement
yes......i had RTKR.....this worked like magic......I can not believe it hasten my knee bending......better than PT pulling your knee
I believe in these practices. They really do work. Have a cupping set. Haven't tried it, yet. Excited to use it. 👍 Great info. Thanks, Dr. Axe
Nearly 1500 year before our prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) said about this practice, Narrated by Jabir bin `Abdullah:
''I heard the Prophet (ﷺ) saying, "If there is any healing in your medicines, then it is in cupping, a gulp of honey or branding with fire (cauterization) that suits the ailment, but I don't like to be (cauterized) branded with fire."
(Sahih Al bukhari, hadith No 5683)
I had it done with acupuncture when I had an issue with my neck. It works well.
Prophet Muhammad SAW recommend this. MashAllah
My grandma did it, my Mom did it, my sister does and I am doing for my kids. As soon as I feel I am going down with cold, I am begging for cupping since I was a child. Nothing heals me like the cupping.
mishel MK I agree, no doctor needed, my mom did it to us and I skipped my children but got my cupping set today
im about to start cupping for myself. I have fibromyalgia, and auto immune issues, and no doctor seems to be able to help, so im about to help myself.
For your kids? How old are they? If they're too young, their skin would be too thin for it, and it could be hurt them.
@@LoriFahy I can personally say it has helped so much with my fibro
Did wet cupping helped you?
Very important to stay warm and not in cold winds etc for a day or so after heat cupping
My shoulder has been in agony for 4 years when I got this done out of desperation. WOW! It even drew water from my shoulder (inflammation) and it did feel hot, I was forced to use ice, but the difference was WOW! Did it cure it? No. But it helps me live with it.
I have shared this w so many clients thank you Dr Axe. I have three certifications and cupping been doing it for about 8 years in my 24 years of doing massage therapy. Great explanation of copying I share it all the time with clients so thank you so much.
Dr. Axe, this is great information about cupping. Thanks!
We Massage Therapist properly trained can also provide this cupping treatment as well Dr Axe and I agree bring about great benefits
Nice info dr appreciate it really would request a more detailed video so people become aware of these treatment once again thank you for the video
I'm wonder if this would help constant spasms in traps caused by fairly severe kyphosis in upper back and neck caused by Ankylosing Spondylitis?
I'm watching this while i'm in "bekam" class on my nursing department
Dr Axe, I use your video at least a few times a week and send it to my client's. I do so much cupping and gua Sha in my practice... I have 3 certifications in it and have been incorporating it in my 24 year practice for about 10 years now.. do you have any other videos on cupping, cupping marks, or gua sha? Thank you for being such a great mentor ❤️
you might also want to add that licensed or certified massage therapist can also provide cupping treatments.
I was going to say the same thing I don't understand why lmt's or cmt's were not mentioned as we use cupping very often in our practices.
Thank you doc ,great information
Thankyou good information. Looking forward to more of your interesting videos.
Hi dr. could you recommend a particular brand to easily do it at home?
Amazingly informational! Thanks
Hey Dr. Josh FYI some Massage therapist are trained in Ace Medicupping by Anita Shannon and a local therapist can be found on her website. Thanks for you attention to this topic.
Haven't heard of cupping before. Useful information. Thanks for sharing.
Am hearing it today for first time😃
I tried it and it felt better than getting a massage.
Feona Lee Jones does it hurt
@@sabakhalid2056 it doesn’t hurt. I get wet cupping and I love it
Great explanation 👌🏽
Cupping therapy is great for back pain.
I had a injury a while ago did 3 sessions of cupping therapy and now like new again.
The cupping therapy is so commonly conducted in China, especially during summer. Quite some families have a set of cups at home.
Xing Xiao i want to study in china in xian .. do u know any website can help . thank you
Help me
Do you recommend cupping for scar tissue on the knee after total replacement surgery?
Great information about the cupping therapy. I am starting my therapy as I have undergone 15 surgeries with in an 8 year time frame and now I live with chronic pains and do not wish to use the narcotic prescriptions that the doctors wants me on. I believe that this could help as I also have issues walking because I lost strength on my hands and legs. This is not including a rare condition they found on me called O.P.L.L. Great informative videos. Just subscribed and am looking forward to learn more.
Hello, I just registered for a cupping terapy, did u do the cupping therapy,did it work, want to know for research purposes
@@mrbeautyvibes7631 I actually do my own copping therapy as I have the whole kit and it does help with different element. As like always with any treatment refer to your doctor and it takes more than one session 48 to fully work on your body. Wish you well.
I did a detox massage yesterday with cupping and feel so much better! , I have fibromyalgia, inflammation, Celiac, rheumatoid arthritis. How often should I do the therapy.
I have some information for this therapy .. it's must have to do in some specific moon dates..like 17,19,21... awesome date's of hijama ...
cupping is also done by experienced massage therapist.
We Malaysian (especially Malays) practise "cupping" as a common medical treatment. At least twice in a year.. Also as a religious belief. In Malay, its call "Bekam".
This is so interesting. Thanks for the share
cn v do cupping therapy fo asthma n pcod one at a time??..i mean to say one session fo both d problems?
I have done cupping and acupuncture for 2 months already, my back pain is gone, my hamstring pain, comes and goes because I run and bike and lift weights, but my upper trap and my neck are taking longer to heal, all started after my shoulder surgery, it's already 8 months since the surgery and the pain still there, cupping and acupuncture has helping me but the pain still there, I work 8 hours everyday with the computer and posture I think is part of my problem... any comment or suggestion is welcome
Hey Doc have you ever made a video on healing shingles??
Very very nice all that you can learn here by watching.
How long does the “bruises” take to heal?
I have lupus and was told that this would help cure it by the Dr. I see. I myself know there is no cure for lupus so I'm a little sceptical. I'm sure it will help with the pain and swelling but how is it going to cure my lupus?
A very useful ancient Chinese healing tool! TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) is great.
This therapy was told by Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) to muslims ,its a part of our Sunnah and its really very great
Abu jahl did it before mohamed..so not invented by your
My husband just started doing this during his acupuncture therapies. Definitely the weirdest thing we've done to date lol, in attempts to heal his pancreas.
Get some berberine for his pancreas .
Did it helped him?
I just did cupping therapy 😊just few days ago first time in year 2023 😊
Is cupping safe for someone with active cancer and needs to majorly detox especially from heavy metals, chemo etc
Thanks
Hope u take time to read dr axe. In shaa Allaah.
can this therapy heal joint problems?
This is awesome method of treatment ..hijama give miracle effects in all diseases ...as expected this is great informative video... proud of you dr.axe
zuhra khan zuhra khan It's not a miracle it's the same as what surgeons do and doctors. No Godly miracle is done by man only God
Who give this to humen being ..God always doing well and perfect for his creations ....which thing is best for humen being is God gift for us ....we may say a miracle effects for you ...God gives us health...God is great
@@sszuhra271 if you ever get cancer you should only do wet cupping & reject chemotherapy if you truly believe it cures all diseases.
thanks dr
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Licensed Naturopathic Doctors are trained to perform these and other amazing therapies to promote natural healing for the body
The name in arabic is Hijama , it is very traditional method
Can it help with varicose veins in the legs? Reduce appearance?
Salty Chick My friend this treatment is perfect for that. I did this treatment a number of times and it really cured me. Please refrain from medicines the pharmaceutical load you up with and give this pain free treatment a chance to help you live life.
Salty Chick YES
Cupping os good for acen ???
I had cupping performed on me and it left many circular bruises on my back. It is not painful at all. How long does it normally take for the bruising to go away?
1-1/2 week. If wet cupping then apply honey
Does this help with lymphatic drainage?
Most likely
Where would you place the cups to improve digestion? Thank you Doctor Axe.
On the stomach and move them in a clockwise motion.
What is Cupping Therapy 0:40 Respiratory -5:43 Digestion 6:34
why would a person have blood in stool after cupping
Doctor I have stuburn belly fat, no matter how much I diet, how much I workout. I do have PCOS aswell. Would cupping on my belly help?
Deep breathing is what you need to control the cortisol insulin imbalance
Yoga and walking but no solid aerobic it will overstimulate , and cause weight gain
Is it safe to do cupping if one is taking statens or blood thinners
Katie kay I know this is super late, but no. It's not safe.
Best results you need wet cupping. I do it once or twice a year.
I've got a nice set. Cheap off Amazon. I like em but I've no one to put them on so it's kind of a pain to do it myself
Great
I just read in a different video that the benefits people felt from cupping were due to the 'placebo effect'. Apparently that was another doctor. I am now confused.
Would it actually works for cellulite?
I wonder the same thing .... 🤓.
This is from Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم islamic medicine
our holy prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him ) used to do that method and prefer to do on monday,tuesday and thursday as according to islamic calendar and dates are 17,19,and 21 in islamic calender.good luck and peace for all
What degree to get to become a cupping theripist
I'm a massage therapist and certified in cupping
Just some warnings if you want to do it at home or by some practitioners you don't know.
(1) Greater suction DOES NOT mean greater good. The traditional way of Chinese cupping uses fire instead of vacuum suction. This is very important, because fire will heat up the air a little bit and only exhaust the oxygen in the cup, which creates a moderate suction. However the vacuum suction generate too much suction which will damage the blood vessels and skin too deeply.
(2) Incorrect positions. Spine is a FORBIDDEN area for cupping and acupuncture. The place where you do the cupping is supposed to be where the Meridian goes through. The meridian on the back is along both sides of the spine, but NOT on the spine.
(3) Time and Color monitoring.The traditional Chinese therapist will keep an eye on the time and color change. To treat different diseases or to reach different purposes, you need to control the time and to monitor the color change. The deeper the redness DOSE NOT mean the better result in some cases.
(4) Qualification. Cupping and acupuncture are not something like you see and you do. You need to learn Chinese medicine of Meridian. I really doubt about the qualification of some practitioners in the west. I don't think they understand the traditional Chinese medicine well enough to practice the therapy.
You need a qualified therapist to do all of this or you may do more damages then goods. Cupping is supposed to be done by specialist in traditional Chinese medicine. If you do it at home, keep it in mind that you need to use lighter suction and shorter time.
Your comment is very helpful , I had a young massage therapist Russian use them on me and he was awful it hurt really bad like a bad crab biting me I had very dark polka dots for a few days . I just had an Acupuncturist use them on me and it did not hurt it felt great ! I have so much neck inflammation I need to but them just to place a couple off them on me the pain makes me tired and on and on . It is causing me to be diabetic from cortisol. Im disabled from it . I will be careful , thank you
your comment very good. thanks.
Eric Liu all polish grandmas and moms were doing it for ages, no Chinese medicine knowledge there, just common sense and instructions from generation to generation. We only used it for upper respiratory illnesses.
Eric Liu teach me
@@wamerican2383 can you teach me how to do this,i want to learn because I can't afford to go to therapist.please please 🥺
Hijama ! 😍
Hello. I hope you can help me. What is the age limit? My nephew just turned 1 years old and he has been in hospital all his life with respiratory problems. He has fought pneumonia and every cold/flue is a battle. He can't excrete mucus and is on a suction machine. Would cupping benefit him and is it safe for him?
Aziza K No i wouldnt recommend it as he is still developong an it may induc different complications. I suggest talking to a pulmonologist or a doctor of natural medicine. I hope he gets better !
SpectreDonut thank you so much for your kind reply. I hope he gets better and enjoys life like children his age. He has been receiving respiratory care for the past year. Doctors don't know what's caused the problems. He had a good pregnancy but bad labour, and must have lost a lot of oxygen then. We don't see a doctor of Natural Medicine here in the UK, I think they're more prominent in the US. Thank you again, please keep us in your prayers.
lemon helps excrete phlegm but drink it through a straw, it can take off tooth enamel. I mixed it with juice and drank 4 oz a day
I hope things have gotten better for your nephew in shaa Allaah. I have a friend whose son was still not walking at 18 months. He wasn't able to put his foot flat or walk on it. After physiotherapy, nothing was progressing and she had cupping done on the bottom of his foot. The change was immediate AlhamdulilLAh. I would say to try it, especially as he's a bit older now. Pray istikhara whatever you do.
You should look into using small doses (1/2 tsp) of colloidal silver in a nebulizer machine with a face mask to deliver the silver directly to his lungs 1 to 2 times per day. In addition, quercetin and bromelain supplements can help with respiratory issues. Finally, AHCC and beta glucans can help with overall natural immune boosting. I recommend talking with a naturopath doctor for proper dosing for a young child.
I want to learn this therapy pls suggest me..
humair Noushad
hijama nation
cupping therapy really healed my insomnia and intermittent sleeping however it was not the reason to do it and it stopped the numbness in my arms and hands when waking up but it didn't heal my dermatitis which was the main reason to do it, by the way dry cupping doesn't work and my advice is to go to expert and gentle therapist because you don't want the blade scars to stay forevever on your skin
try aloe vera on an empty stomach 3 x a day to seal the gut , chlorophyll in your water , probiotic . No coffee or surger Coconut oil heals itchy burning skin too internally or externally. alkaline diet then candida diet . Dairy and gluten must go I did the 3 above and it took mine a way but I drank a probiotic in shot glasses 3 x a day on an empty stomach and choraphyll too . 2 to 3 bottles of probiotic.
How many times can it be done per month?
One per month , 3 months in the year
I suffered for fibromyalgia , trapezius myalgia & CFS for years and tried the Chinese method and had minor relief but did it The Muslim way that Gabriel taught them in the Hadith and had I would say 75% relief and surprisingly my ldl cholesterol dropped to
I have all the same plus vegas nerve , occipital neuralgia and an inflamed neck which is horrid. My quality of life is bad, gained 35 lbs from not eating much but inflammation swelling and cortisol it is causing high insulin and daibetic. Im on disability so very limited income now. How is the method that healed you so different ? The pain causes anxiety really bad and headaches . Is there a book I could get about it ?
@@sacredgeometry2344 maybe try a castor oil pack (flannel/cloth with castor poured over it) and apply it to neck, apply heating pad for extended time (overnight or a couple hours). Helped inflammation in my neck and jaws. I have slso massaged Black seed oil in area for pain with relief but I believe my pain was neuroligical in other areas. Neck pain seemed to be muscle pain.
Thank you I will try that I had just got some organic castor oil. I think mine is neurological to it's tied in with molds I've heard it could be mycoplasma and then it gives off mycotoxins so going on a low mold diet is what I'm trying . I hope you feel better. 🌸🌼🌸🌼
@@sacredgeometry2344 please keep me posted on the diet. I think the cause is the same for me... mold. Vitamins and a couple of minerals have helped a lot with some if my issues... B6 is great for some nerve issues, B12 for energy and some neuralegia, Turmeric was great for widespread neuralgia, vitamin D for aches, pain, fatigue, and Natural Calm (magnesium supplement) for anxiety, if brain symptoms are there then Omega 369 are helpful. Lately I've experienced very bad facial nerve pain and massaging Black Seed Oil directly to the areas helped that plus occipital nerve pain. B6 can help neurological visual problems (plus other neuro symptoms). I need to work on my digestive health and try bentonite clay to attemot to remove it from the body. **Note be careful with Natural calm if kidney issues so maybe start slow but it was a life saver for the anxiety and insomnia. Please reach out if you have any questions. God Bless you and you are in my prayers.
@@andrearobins3329 yes we are on the right path now it's the mineralization I think lack of minerals also cause pain not used to B complex
masha allah.
Is it going to treat hair loss?
U have an internal issue going on regarding hair loss. Stress, thyroid issues increase hair loss. It will help deal with those issues which will result in less hair loss
I tried cupping treatment for hair loss reason and it does not help much even thou I was hoping for that 😐 but what I heard what might help is daily head massage to make some blood flow in scalp ....
@@cheeneechats6490 correct answer for anyone still looking .
Islamic medicine too
Hijama cupping was the practice of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon Him) thousands of years ago
Hijama (cupping ) been around since Egyptian civilization 2200 BCE and Prophet Moses using Leeches. Bloodletting is the best O.D.T. oxidant Drainage therapy for dead cells and toxins. Rheumatism, rheumatoid, arthritis , gout, hemiplegia,kidneys, weak immune system, enlargement of prostate, thyriod problems, low libido, high blood pressure stomach ulcers, nervous colon syndrome, bed wetting in children above the age of5 years old, narrowing of arteries,atherosclerosis, diabetes,varicose veins,migraine,eye diseases,liver,kidney,poor hearing.convulsion,shrinkage of the brain cells,uterine bleeding and many others.
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Yo Charlie á
Hey, try Homeopathy medicine
Tech insider made a video on this subject and said there is no study suggesting this method is helpful. I dont know what to believe.
CUPPING IS BADASS
Placebo
My girlfriend went from a cupping to d cupping and I’m really happy
Shout out to the Athletic Trainers!
Originally with animal horn
"Or other people who practice cupping" saying Muslims won't get the video taken down lol just say it
How could increasing blood flow to your skin can change you blood flow to your lungs?Go back to the basic anatomy.They are two completely different circulations from different side of the heart. Please don't confuse people.
His copying the idea from muslims that's their idea not Chinese do research
this is hijama aur Prophet Muhammad Sallallahu alaihis Salam invented Arab this not chinies
sameer inam its chinese brother
sllah aleh waslem
It is indeed a very strong sunnah but dates back before the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
mrs honest opinion thank you. Wish some of our muslim brothers and sisters read a bit more.
welesh mahary Then you get ignoraneous fools like welesh popping their head out of the wood work, who slur their right wing hate speech. Who have never read the Quran or Seerah (biography of the last line of Messengers). Will be very surprised he/she has read the Bible or Torah.
Carry on your hate and ignorant rant the Mercy to the Worlds endured and tolerated a lot more during his time and so have we. We are still standing strong.
Alhamdulilah
May God guide you, have a blessed day. Ameen
I wonder if this will cure the Rona 😅😂